Drift Santa Barbara

524 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 United States (USA)
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3.5 Star Property
34.417618-119.696120
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Avg. Group Discount of 6.0%!
  • Hotel has 45 rooms
  • Hotel has 3 floors
  • Check in time: 3:00PM
  • Check out time: 11:00AM
  • Group booking rating of 10.0/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates02 Bunk Room Mi Qubd
Non-Smoking
Check Rates08 Drift Penthouse Premium Mi Peet City View
Non-Smoking
Check Rates1 Double Bed or 2 Beds City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAssigned On Arrival
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk Room 2 Double Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesBunk Room 2 Double Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCity View Cozy
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCity View Cozy 1 Queen Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCosy Room with City View Cosy
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCozy
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCozy 1 Queen Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCozy City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesCozy Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesDeluxe 1 Double Bed or 2 Beds Balcony
Non-Smoking
Check RatesGround Level Cozy
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPenthouse Apartment
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPenthouse Drift
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPenthouse Drift 1 King Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium City View Balcony
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Penthouse Drift
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Penthouse Drift 2 King Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room Balcony City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room Balcony City View 1 Queen Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room Mountain View 1 Queen Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room with Balcony and City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room with City View and Balcony
Non-Smoking
Check RatesPremium Room with Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Double Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Double Room Full Double Bed Queen Size Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Double Room with City View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Double Room with City View Full Double Bed Queen Size Bed
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Quadruple Room
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Quadruple Room Bunk Bed and Twin Beds
Non-Smoking
Check RatesStandard Room, King or Two Doubles
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuite Mountain View
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSuperior Apartment
Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

Drift is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara on State Street, an expansive promenade filled with restaurants, entertainment, and shops. It's also a breezy, 10-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara pier and beautiful California beaches.

Verified Reviews of Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Excellent Stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We saw James Taylor at the bowl and were able to walk back after the show. Centrally located and lovely. Great service and design.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 14 to Thu May 15 2025 at a $379.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

Escape to Drift Santa Barbara, where the laid back, indoor/outdoor lifestyle of Santa Barbara fills our 45-room boutique hotel with an easy breeziness, combining classic California design with Drift's modern aesthetic.Drift has accommodations for travelers of every kind, from the two-person Bunk all the way to the expansive rooftop Drift Penthouse. In addition to rooms, Drift's on-site coffee shop, Dawn, is inspired by SoCal's vintage surf culture, and serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of grab-n-go items and locally made pastries. Drift's on-site bar, Dusk, draws on our rich Mexican heritage, and serves beer, handcrafted cocktails, and a Baja-inspired raw bar. Drift is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara on State Street, an expansive car-free promenade filled with restaurants, entertainment, shops. It's also a breezy, 10-minute stroll from the Santa Barbara pier and beautiful California beaches.Property amenities:- Modern and minimal rooms with curated handmade amenities- Rooms with views of the city, mountains, and State Street- Premium rooms with city and mountain views, lounge areas, and private balconies- A 15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Airport and about 2 hours from LAX- Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, on State Street- On-site cafe, Dawn, serves drip coffee, cold brews, espresso, and other classics- On-site bar, Dusk, serves craft cocktails and Baja-inspired small bites- Outdoor seating at Dawn and Dusk to capture the vibrancy of State Street- Drift Ocaso, a 2,200-square-foot indoor-outdoor event space with a minimalist aesthetic Event Space – Drift OcasoWe are thrilled to introduce The Drift Ocaso, our adjacent venue space, perfect for hosting meetings, dinners, or social events.Venue Size: 1,100 sq. ft. indoor + 1,100 sq. ft. outdoor space.Capacity Options:Sit-Down Dinner: Up to 70 guests indoors or up to 100 guests with indoor/outdoor seating.Casual/Standing Events: Accommodates 150+ guests.* Venue rental fees and Food and beverage minimums apply for use of the Drift Ocaso.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00PM
Check Out: 11:00AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2023
Floors: 3
Rooms: 45
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 45
Handicap Rooms:
Rooms with 1 Bed: 45
Suites: 1
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: As Needed
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 241.5 sq. meters
Banquet Space: Holds 300 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.4 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.4 Km
Lounge/Bar Hours: 3pm-10pm
Ownership: TMC Hospitality
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Group block and individual cancellations are different, inquire for more details.
Typical Group Deposit: 50
Total Taxes: 14.20%
Total Misc Fees: 0.00 INR
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Beach access: Close to beach
  • Central location
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV room

Airport & Shuttle Information

15-minute drive from Santa Barbara Airport and about 2 hours from LAX

Local Shuttle Info: NA

Breakfast Information

If you’re up with the sun, grab coffee and pastries at Dawn before heading to the beach for a morning session. Feel free to stay a while and set up shop at one of our many workspaces. Dawn serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of breakfast foods and pastries.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Parking is located at 18 E Haley St, right around the corner from the hotel (directly behind the beer garden). Guest will have to download the PayByPhone app on their cellphones prior to parking. Follow the instructions on the app.Guests should enter 24 hours for one night, 48 hours for two nights, 72 hours for three nights, etc. Guests will have in and out privileges.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary high speed wifi

Cleaning Policies

We provide housekeeping by request only

Seasonality and Projections at Drift Santa Barbara

Rate fluctuations of Drift Santa Barbara

This chart illustrates fluctuations of sleeping room prices for both group quotes and the best online individual traveler prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The lowest group or meeting displayed is 65.2% in the month of December 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $910 in the month of December 2025. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Drift Santa Barbara in a month when rates are lower.

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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Drift Santa Barbara

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Drift Santa Barbara.

Feel free to use the Drift Santa Barbara meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Santa Barbara event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Galeria 113 x 17 x 10 2200--/----40232730--/--9070--
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Galeria

Providing 2,200 sq ft of historical State Street space for ceremonies, receptions, meetings, private dinners, and events of all kinds.HIGHLIGHTS- Indoor/outdoor with natural light- 200 standing, 70 seated reception- Dusk Bar F&B service- Outside FOOD catering allowed- 528 State St, Santa Barbara
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
204.4 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
113 x 17 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
8
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
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FAQs about Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels have?

There are 45 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?

If you’re up with the sun, grab coffee and pastries at Dawn before heading to the beach for a morning session. Feel free to stay a while and set up shop at one of our many workspaces. Dawn serves drip coffee, espresso-based classics, and a selection of breakfast foods and pastries.

What parking is available at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?

Parking is located at 18 E Haley St, right around the corner from the hotel (directly behind the beer garden). Guest will have to download the PayByPhone app on their cellphones prior to parking. Follow the instructions on the app.Guests should enter 24 hours for one night, 48 hours for two nights, 72 hours for three nights, etc. Guests will have in and out privileges.

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary high speed wifi

Can I get a AAA rate at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a group rate at Drift Santa Barbara a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 6.0%.

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